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A member asked:

Swollen ankles for past 3 weeks ,just got over a chest infection and still breathless at times?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

See doctor: If you're still short of breath and have swollen ankles you need to have a check up of your heart to make sure it's OK. Sometimes viral infections can affect the heart. Also high blood pressure can. Don't delay!

Dr Knecht agreed

Answered 7/8/2014

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Please...: This is not normal... You could have a heart problem. See your Dr. ASAP!!!!

Dr Knecht agreed

Answered 7/8/2014

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